Prâna: History, Traditions, and Philosophy By: Nils Thomas “There is an energy created by all living things. It surrounds us, penetrates us, binds the universe together… Let go of your unconscious self, stretch out with your feelings.” Ben Kenobi Some of the earliest known writings, mnemonics, and orations from India allegorically and directly refer to Prana. It is first mentioned in the Vedas, cir. 4500-1500 B.C.E. and arises continuously throughout later writings religious,

Dynamics and use of Breath to Deepen and Open Yoga Practice By: Nils Thomas “When the asana is correct there is a lightness, a freedom. Freedom comes when every part of the body is active. Let us be free in whatever action we are doing. Let us be full in whatever we do.” B.K.S. Iyengar One of the fundamental foundations of yoga is the breath. Indeed, without proper breath and breathing technique, it can be said our yoga postures are little more than acrobatics. As the ti